What is assistive technology
...any item, piece of equipment... used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of a child with a disability.
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Individuals may present with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities which may create barriers to learning and accessing their environment. Implementation of Assistive Technology can reduce these barriers and increase student access. Different disabilities may present with different barriers, therefor will require different assistive technologies. Assistive technology includes devices and services to help those who have difficulty speaking, typing, writing, remembering, pointing, seeing, hearing, learning, walking, etc.
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OVERVIEW
The Tolleson Elementary School District Assistive Technology Team provides supports for students and staff. Supports may consist of observation, recommendations for interventions, evaluations, implementation and training, maintenance, and consultative support services.
PROCESS
A parent or teacher can request support from the AT department by contacting the student's special education case manager. AT provider will provide team with a referral form that must be completed in detail. A screening for AT devices and services will be completed based on the completion of requested information. The student's special education team will develop recommendations based on provided information.
The Tolleson Elementary School District Assistive Technology Team provides supports for students and staff. Supports may consist of observation, recommendations for interventions, evaluations, implementation and training, maintenance, and consultative support services.
PROCESS
A parent or teacher can request support from the AT department by contacting the student's special education case manager. AT provider will provide team with a referral form that must be completed in detail. A screening for AT devices and services will be completed based on the completion of requested information. The student's special education team will develop recommendations based on provided information.